What Makes a Good Teacher?

Values in Educational Practice

This fascinating book explores the true essence of teaching, serving as a compass for both new and experienced primary educators. It explores the joy that comes with being a teacher, offering a perfect blend of research-backed insights and practical wisdom, and the opportunity to reflect on your own values and approaches to teaching.

This fascinating book explores the true essence of teaching, serving as a compass for both new and experienced primary educators. It explores the fundamental purpose and profound joy that comes with being a teacher, offering a perfect blend of research-based insights and practical wisdom, and the opportunity to reflect on your own values and your approaches to teaching.

Drawing on the authors’ own experiences, each chapter weaves together evidence-based approaches with reflective practices, demonstrating how your authentic self – your values, beliefs and actions – form the foundations of effective teaching. Through engaging chapters on leadership, trust-building, resilience and the cultivation of kindness, this book offers clear pathways to:

• Develop inclusive classroom environments where curiosity and creativity flourish;
• Build a teaching philosophy grounded in children's rights and social justice;
• Navigate the challenges of modern education while prioritizing your wellbeing and mental health;
• Understand the unique qualities and skills you bring to the classroom.

Incorporating cutting-edge research, reflective questions and practical advice, this empowering guide provides the insights and inspiration you need to flourish as a teacher.

Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your career, this compassionate and insightful resource provides the expertise and the challenges to make a lasting difference in the lives of your learners and helps you rediscover the satisfaction that comes from teaching at your best.

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